Qualifications
An Associate Member must be an organization that is either a standards organization, research institution, academic institution, open source organization, or publishing organization that participates in the development of the Mambo community. There is no membership dues required for Associate Members.

Benefits
There are no membership fees. However, as Members, Associates can submit requirements, participate in all project reviews and participate fully in some Membership Meetings. This provides a unique advantage to understand plans, directions, and to network with the full Mambo community.

Steps to Join

1. Please complete the application form.
   
   
2. Prepare a brief document or presentation with your application that includes a profile and description of your organization.
   
   
3. Complete and sign the membership agreement.
   
   
4. Mail or fax the completed application form, profile and description of your organization, and members' agreement to:
   Mambo Foundation, Inc.
   Membership Department
   P.O. Box 423, Collins Street West
   Melbourne, Victoria 8007, Australia
   
   Fax: +613 9614 5344
   (Attn: Mambo Membership Department)
   
   
5. The membership application will be reviewed by the Mambo Foundation, Inc. to assure the prospective member meets the membership criteria and is consistent with other members of the same membership class.
   
   
6. Applicant companies will be notified by the Mambo Foundation of the decision within 30 days of completing the administrative process.
   
7. The new member company can then issue an announcement press release, including a supporting quote from the Mambo Foundation.